Graduate by Hilton Berkeley

Hotels
7.6 (578 reviews)
2600 Durant Ave , Berkeley , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Polite staff
Great location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Small rooms
No hot water
Parking issues
Badly in need of renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
7.8
Very clean as mentioned, though some reviews indicate issues like small rooms and maintenance.
Service
8.76
Consistently praised as polite and helpful staff.
Location
8.8
Excellent location close to campus and attractions.
Room Quality
6.76
Many guests reported small rooms and maintenance issues.
Amenities
7.29
Amenities like parking and hot water were frequently mentioned as inadequate.
Value for Money
7.25
Issues with value due to additional costs for parking and poor room conditions.
Food and Beverage
6.3
Complaints about dining hours and the quality of food availability.
Overall Experience
7.86
Mixed experiences from guests, with some very positive feedback on staff and location.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 11:52

Property Description

Prime Location near UC Berkeley
Located just 1 block from the University of California Berkeley, The Graduate Berkeley offers a convenient and vibrant setting for your stay in the city.

Luxurious Amenities
Enjoy a comfortable stay in our guest rooms featuring a flat-screen HD TV, upscale linens, and premium bath amenities. Stay connected with complimentary WiFi throughout the property.

Dining and Recreation Options
Indulge in American cuisine at Henry’s Restaurant or unwind at the bar with a selection of beers and cocktails. Keep up with your fitness routine at the 24-hour fitness centre or explore the area with bicycle hire available.

Experience the best of Berkeley at The Graduate Berkeley - book your stay now for a memorable visit.

Important information:

- The hotel's nightly incidental fee (damage deposit) is $40 per day.

To ensure best-in-class service and a memorable stay, we charge a nightly $25 amenity fee, plus tax. During your stay, you'll receive:

• One complimentary welcome drink per guest
• Two complimentary drip coffees per day
• In-room RightWater canned water, replenished daily
• Complimentary bike rentals, available at the Front Desk
• Access to Peloton bikes in our hotel fitness center
• Complimentary Wi-FiGuests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: OAK

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 37 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 578 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.8
Service: 8.76
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 6.76
Amenities: 7.29
Value for Money: 7.25
Food and Beverage: 6.3
Overall Experience: 7.86
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Kim • family_with_children • us
7
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Samuel • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

Awesome staff. Cute place. Great spot

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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ontheroad • couple • us
8
Pros:

Room was clean and rather spacious for a vintage hotel. Having a ceiling fan was a plus. The bed was quite comfortable. Location was convenient to campus and a short walk to many restaurants and shopping.

Cons:

The bathroom was small with a non-updated shower and tub. The front desk could not assign a double bed room until well past check-in time due to cleaning delays.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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melsantacruz • extended_group • us
9
Great place for a weekend near Cal, Go Bears!
Pros:

Close to campus: great for coming to Cal. Also has Henry's restaurant/bar on site.
Had a Great delicious breakfast. Our top floor room was just as described, was quiet, and the beds were very comfortable. We will stay here again next time we are overnighting in Berkeley.

Cons:

Cramped parking area, so I am glad we were not driving a larger car, SUV, or truck: it would be difficult to navigate with something large. It was Not a problem for us, but should be noted if you arrive in a larger vehicle.

2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Karl-Otto • couple • no
8
2026-01-17 • via Nuitee
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Kim • family_with_children • us
10
2026-01-16 • via Nuitee
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sanchez • family_with_children • us
10
2025-12-20 • via Nuitee
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Cinde Lou • solo_traveller • us
10
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee
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Wejdan • couple • sa
5
2025-12-14 • via Nuitee
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VB • extended_group • lv
9
2025-12-12 • via Nuitee
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Amelie • solo_traveller • de
6
2025-12-09 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • us
8
2025-12-03 • via Nuitee
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George • couple • us
7
Graduate 2nd stay.
Pros:

Polite, sympathetic staff. Nice linens. Very clean.
Attractive decor. Location in a high energy area very close to Berkeley campus where I went to law sc law school. Quiet room until 8:40.

Cons:

Fire alarm went off several times beginning about 8:40 a.m. Extremely loud. Elevator stopped working 3 trips ip to/from 6th floor. Room quite small.

2025-11-14 • via Nuitee
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Jane-Ashley • couple • us
5
Stay elsewhere if you can afford to. An extra few blocks walking distance is worth it to stay in a better hotel
Pros:

Proximity to Memorial Stadium

Cons:

Paper thin walls.
The HVAC panel above my head was held together with tape.
Didn’t smell great.
Badly in need of renovation.

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Ekrem • couple • tr
7
Pros:

location

Cons:

small room

2025-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Jody • couple • us
6
I think the property need to be renovated and made more appealing.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Very dark and dingy interior lobby and restaurant

2025-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Ali • solo_traveller • sa
7
2025-10-23 • via Nuitee
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JIE • solo_traveller • sg
9
2025-10-13 • via Nuitee
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Charla
8
Pros:

The place is okay, I like the area more than the actual hotel. The ac in my room sounded like a spaceship coming in for landing, or at least how I imagine that might sound. It was annoying. But the staff was friendly and attentive. The elevator smelled unpleasant at one point, but they cleaned it up. The restaurant food was good. For parking, it was a challenge to get in and out of the spaces, but it’s nice that they offer parking.

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Kim
8
Pros:

Staff were excellent and absolutely helpful.

2025-10-12 • via Nuitee